Renoir Engineered Hardwood starts at $8.99/sq ft installed in Fort Myers — a wirebrushed European White Oak floor in a natural tone, part of LW Flooring’s French Impressions collection. The wirebrushed texture adds quiet visual depth without looking overdone, and the 7-inch plank width keeps the look grounded and current. It’s the kind of floor that reads as real wood because it is.
Engineered construction makes Renoir a practical choice for Southwest Florida homes built on concrete slab. Unlike solid hardwood, the cross-ply core resists the expansion and contraction that coastal humidity demands — glue-down or nail installation both work well here, and the 3/8-inch profile suits slab-grade installs without adding excessive height at transitions.
The aluminum oxide–reinforced polyurethane finish holds up to sandy foot traffic, salt-air households near the coast, and the seasonal wear patterns of second homes and vacation rentals. The medium color variation means minor scratches and everyday scuffs don’t stand out — a real-world advantage in active SWFL households.
| Plank Width | 7″ |
|---|---|
| Plank Length | 71″ Random Length |
| Thickness | 3/8″ |
| Wear Layer | 1.2 mm |
| Finish | Polyurethane with Aluminum Oxide |
| Species | European White Oak |
Flooring Queen installs Renoir at $8.99 per square foot, a price that covers material, delivery to your Fort Myers area home, removal of your existing floor covering, standard subfloor prep work, installation by our crew, new base moldings, and transition strips where needed. Old flooring and debris are loaded out and cleared at the end of the job.
Projects requiring significant floor leveling — common in older SWFL homes with uneven slabs — are quoted separately, as are stair nosing pieces and any custom inlay or border work. Call or book online for a free in-home measurement and a written quote before any work begins.
Renoir is engineered hardwood, not solid, which matters in Southwest Florida. Solid hardwood is milled from a single piece of wood and moves measurably with humidity swings — the kind that happen year-round on the Gulf Coast. That movement can cause cupping or gapping when glued directly to a concrete slab, which is how most SWFL homes are built. Engineered construction eliminates that risk.
Where solid hardwood wins: it can typically be sanded and refinished more times over its life, building up more equity over decades. Renoir’s 1.2 mm wear layer does allow for light refinishing, but it won’t match the refinishing depth of a 3/4-inch solid plank. For slab-on-grade homes, though, solid hardwood is a riskier investment regardless.
| Renoir | Solid Hardwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Water resistance | Better for humid/slab environments | Susceptible to cupping on slabs |
| Scratch resistance / wear layer | 1.2 mm with aluminum oxide finish | Varies; typically deeper sanding allowance |
| Comfort underfoot | Real wood feel, 3/8″ profile | Real wood feel, typically 3/4″ profile |
| Installed price | $8.99/sq ft installed | Typically $10–$14/sq ft installed |
| Best room | Main living areas, slab installs | Above-grade rooms, wood-subfloor homes |
Sweep or vacuum Renoir regularly — fine sand from SWFL entryways is one of the fastest ways to dull a wirebrushed finish. Use a hardwood-specific cleaner like Bona Hardwood Floor Cleaner or a similarly pH-balanced formula; avoid vinegar, steam mops, or anything water-saturated. Wipe spills promptly — while the polyurethane finish resists surface moisture, standing water left at seams or edges can work into the core over time. Stick with flat microfiber mops rather than sponge mops, and reapply a hardwood refresher as the finish shows wear in high-traffic zones. For technical guidance, see the National Wood Flooring Association consumer hardwood information.
Plan for 48 to 72 hours of acclimation in the room where the floor will be installed. Southwest Florida’s humidity is higher than most of the country, and letting the planks adjust to your interior climate before install helps prevent post-install gapping or crowning. Keep your HVAC running at normal living conditions during this period.
Yes, Renoir can be lightly refinished, though the 1.2 mm wear layer limits how many passes are possible — realistically one careful refinish, depending on how much material is removed. That’s enough to address surface scratches or refresh the look years down the line, but it won’t support the repeated deep sanding that a thick solid hardwood floor can handle.
A single bedroom or living area typically runs one to two days; whole-home projects of 1,000 square feet or more generally take three to five days depending on layout complexity and the condition of your existing subfloor. Glue-down installation — one of the two approved methods for this product — requires additional cure time before heavy furniture is moved back in.
Renoir is not a waterproof floor. The polyurethane finish resists everyday surface moisture and spills if wiped up quickly, but the core is wood-based and will swell if water sits or penetrates at seams. It’s not the right choice for rooms with regular water exposure — think laundry rooms or bathrooms — and a plumbing leak left unaddressed will cause real damage.
Engineered hardwood consistently ranks well with homebuyers in SWFL, particularly in primary residences and move-up properties where buyers expect quality finishes. It won’t add dollar-for-dollar to your sale price, but it photographs well and tends to reduce time on market compared to worn carpet or dated tile. Rental and vacation properties may see less impact since durability matters more than aesthetics to those buyers.
Renoir works well in main living areas, dining rooms, bedrooms, and hallways — anywhere above grade or on a concrete slab where glue-down or nail installation is practical. Avoid it in bathrooms, laundry rooms, or any space with regular moisture exposure. The glue-down method also makes it suitable for SWFL slab homes where floating-floor options sometimes feel hollow underfoot.
Flooring Queen has over 20 years of experience installing engineered hardwood across Southwest Florida — slab foundations, humidity, the realities Florida throws at real wood. We install everything ourselves. Free in-home measure: (239) 763-0770.
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Reviewed by Jack Maya, Lead Installer at Flooring Queen — 20+ years installing flooring in Southwest Florida.
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